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Orlon is formed by polymerization of which monomer?

1. styrene
2. tetrafluoroethylene
3. vinyl chloride
4. acrylonitrile

Correct answer: acrylonitrile

Solution

Orlon is a synthetic fiber made from the polymerization of acrylonitrile, which is a key monomer that forms polyacrylonitrile, the basis of Orlon's structure.

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